Melos Ensemble

The Melos Ensemble was a British chamber music group founded in 1950, known for its rich sound and flexible instrumentation, which allowed it to tackle a wide range of repertoire—from duos to nonets and beyond. The ensemble brought together some of the top musicians of the time, including players from leading orchestras and soloists, and was especially notable for its performances of 20th-century works alongside classics from the Romantic and Classical periods.

Praised for its dynamic interpretations and tight ensemble playing, the Melos Ensemble collaborated with notable composers such as Benjamin Britten, who wrote chamber works specifically with them in mind. Their recording of Britten's War Requiem, where they performed the chamber music sections, remains one of the definitive versions of the piece. Over the decades, the Melos Ensemble built a lasting legacy through performances and recordings that showcased both well-known and underappreciated works, helping to popularize chamber music in the UK and beyond.

Genres

Requiem

Chamber Music

Choral

Classical

Latest Release

Guitar Concertos

Melos Ensemble•

Julian Bream

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released June 25, 2012